What’s Behind The Jump In Auto Market Share?
July 31, 2023
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The key factor in the credit union industry’s ongoing auto loan growth might be difficult — and costly — to sustain.
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As Deposit Growth Slows, Nonmember Deposits Surge
July 24, 2023
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An amended rule on public unit and nonmember shares provides new sources of liquidity for federally insured credit unions.
Credit Unions Increase Dividend Options To Keep Pace With Savings Alternatives
July 10, 2023
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Ongoing interest rate increases have driven credit unions to raise dividend payouts to keep funds in-house.
Consumers Are Shying Away From Fixed-Rate Mortgages
July 3, 2023
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As the market shifts and borrowing costs rise, adjustable-rate home loans are becoming popular once again.
Cryptocurrency Losses Fuel Jump In Elder Financial Abuse Claims
June 26, 2023
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A new report from the FBI finds total losses from elder financial abuse rose by 84% last year compared to 2021 figures.
Study Highlights Racial Disparities In Housing Affordability Across America
June 19, 2023
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New data underscores how far minorities have to go to catch up.
Auto Lending Surges As Other Categories Stall
June 12, 2023
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Credit unions increased market share for auto originations in the first quarter, but that wasn’t true across the board.
Mortgage Originations Drop. Market Share Remains Flat.
May 30, 2023
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Credit union mortgage market share is largely unchanged from one year ago; however, the percentage of adjustable-rate loans has jumped substantially.
Credit Unions Are Spending Money To Lend Money
May 30, 2023
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First quarter data shows the cost of funds increased 78 basis points annually as share certificate balance growth helped credit unions build liquidity.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2023
May 15, 2023
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A preview of the economic and performance trends that shaped the credit union industry during the first quarter, and how that could impact the months to come.
What’s Behind The Jump In Auto Market Share?
The key factor in the credit union industry’s ongoing auto loan growth might be difficult — and costly — to sustain.
As Deposit Growth Slows, Nonmember Deposits Surge
An amended rule on public unit and nonmember shares provides new sources of liquidity for federally insured credit unions.
Credit Unions Increase Dividend Options To Keep Pace With Savings Alternatives
Ongoing interest rate increases have driven credit unions to raise dividend payouts to keep funds in-house.
Consumers Are Shying Away From Fixed-Rate Mortgages
As the market shifts and borrowing costs rise, adjustable-rate home loans are becoming popular once again.
Cryptocurrency Losses Fuel Jump In Elder Financial Abuse Claims
A new report from the FBI finds total losses from elder financial abuse rose by 84% last year compared to 2021 figures.
Study Highlights Racial Disparities In Housing Affordability Across America
New data underscores how far minorities have to go to catch up.
Auto Lending Surges As Other Categories Stall
Credit unions increased market share for auto originations in the first quarter, but that wasn't true across the board.
Mortgage Originations Drop. Market Share Remains Flat.
Credit union mortgage market share is largely unchanged from one year ago; however, the percentage of adjustable-rate loans has jumped substantially.
Credit Unions Are Spending Money To Lend Money
First quarter data shows the cost of funds increased 78 basis points annually as share certificate balance growth helped credit unions build liquidity.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2023
A preview of the economic and performance trends that shaped the credit union industry during the first quarter, and how that could impact the months ...
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